When West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the Digha Jagannath Temple on April 30, 2025, few could have predicted what would unfold in the months ahead. Nine months later, this architectural marvel has become the subject of awestruck headlines across India—and for good reason. In just eight months, the newly built Jagannath Temple in … Read more
The Digha Jagannath Temple, officially known as Digha Jagannath Dham, is a newly inaugurated Hindu temple located in the coastal town of Digha, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India. This magnificent spiritual landmark was opened to devotees on April 30, 2025, marking a significant religious and architectural milestone in eastern India. Historical Background and Construction … Read more
As part of the Anavasara tradition, the newly opened Jagannath Temple situated in Digha, West Bengal, will remain inaccessible to devotees from 13th June to 27th June, 2025, exactly fifteen days before the scheduled Rath Yatra. With the temple set to host its prestigious Rath Yatra festival following the public inauguration in April 2025, the … Read more
If you want to visit Digha, the newly built Jagannath Temple should be on your list. It has emerged as a spiritual and architectural jewel on the coastline of the Bay of Bengal. This temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath and is one of the highlights for pilgrims and tourists wishing for solace and scenic … Read more
Jagannath temple’s senior servitor, Ramakrushna Dasmohapatra, has been suspended from servitor duties for thirty days. He is now barred from entering the temple and performing his ritual duties. This disciplinary step was taken on account of his participation, around ten days back, in the flag unfurling ceremony of the newly constructed Jagannath temple at Digha … Read more
Digha is famous for its beaches and (now) the new Jagannath temple, but this coastal resort town also has a quieter, spiritual side. A short drive or walk from the shore will bring you to several historic temples that glimpse Bengal’s rich devotional heritage. Below is a traveller-friendly guide to the top temples in and … Read more
The opening of Jagannath Temple, located at Digha in West Bengal, has brought about a serious dispute between two Indian states, Odisha and West Bengal. In this clash of sister states, the centre of the conflict revolves around the term “Jagannath Dham” affixed to the newly constructed temple in Digha. This name has historically been … Read more
If you often travel to the beaches, Digha is one of the places on your checklist. Not only is Digha Jagannath Temple situated there, but Digha also has several other vibrant tourist attractions to visit. The approximate distance between New Digha and the Jagannath temple is about 3.5 kilometres. One can travel this distance by … Read more
The newly constructed Jagannath Temple has positioned itself as a monument of worship, architectural beauty and a cultural talking point bubbling amid Digha’s coastline in West Bengal. The 12th-century famous Jagannath Temple of Puri, Odisha, has served as a model for this astonishing temple, which is revered as an embodiment of Sikhism and pride for … Read more
Digha Jagannath Mandir (or Digha Jagannath Dham) is being visited by more and more pilgrims as it has become a cultural and religious symbol for the state of West Bengal. For those who like Old Digha’s budget accommodations or New Digha’s modern amenities, this guide offers over 30 hotels alongside curated temple visit details and … Read more